A businesses owners request to place an
illuminated sign on their building on Main Street generated a discussion of
what is allowed under City codes for the Historic area. Marcia Alexander requested to install a 40.5
square foot illuminated sign that would be attached to the existing sing on the
roof at the rear of the building which faces Hwy. 88. The illuminated
sign will situated over the existing mounted sign as it will provide the support
for the proposed sign.
City
Planner Susan Peters said, Section 17.60.165 allows for roof mounted signs
providing the applicant obtain Planning Commission approval and the sign be
mounted on a single story building less than 35 feet tall.
Peters said Amador Fireside appears to be less than 35 feet tall. Public
members suggested that Alexander continue illuminating the sign with spot
lights, but Alexander said the spot lights are not very efficient as she has to
replace them often. The public also suggested that the lettering on the
proposed sign be “historic looking.” Commissioner Dave Butow pointed out that in the City Code it does allow
for illuminated signs in historic areas, however the sign background must be opaque
while only the letters are illuminated. The Commission approved the
proposed sign with the condition that it be consistent with City Code and the
background of the sign be opaque only allowing the letters to be illuminated.
The sign was approved with the finding that the proposed sign is consistent
with the purpose and intent of the Sign Ordinance.
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